Chicken Soup for the Soul

Chicken Soup for the Soul is a diversified media and consumer products company based in Cos Cob, Connecticut. Established in 1990, it is renowned for its inspirational book series, "Chicken Soup for the Soul," which has sold over 250 million copies worldwide. The company has expanded its offerings to include pet food products, soups, licensed merchandise, and digital content. It also produces and distributes TV shows, movies, and video programming, available through its three flagship advertising-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) streaming services: Redbox, Crackle, and Chicken Soup for the Soul. Additionally, it operates Redbox Free Live TV, a free ad-supported streaming television service, and maintains a network of approximately 29,000 DVD rental kiosks across the United States. The company's mission is to bring out the best of the human spirit by curating and sharing stories of hope, comfort, and positivity across various platforms.

Jack Canfield

Co-Founder

Jason Meier

CFO

Past deals in Video on Demand

Redbox

Acquisition in 2022
Redbox Entertainment Inc. is an entertainment company that provides consumers with access to a diverse range of content through both digital and physical media. The company operates a network of self-service kiosks, offering DVD, Blu-ray, and video game rentals, and has rented over 3 billion discs from approximately 35,000 locations across the United States, including grocery, drug, and convenience stores, as well as select retail chains. In addition to its legacy business focused on physical rentals, Redbox has developed a digital business segment that includes various content offerings such as transactional video-on-demand (TVOD) and ad-supported streaming services (AVOD). Furthermore, Redbox serves as a distributor of original feature films, continuously expanding its library of content to enhance consumer choice and value.

Locomotive Global

Acquisition in 2021
Locomotive Global is an executive production company specializing in the development, production, and distribution of original scripted premium television and film projects tailored to Indian audiences. Its primary focus lies in creating content grounded in Indian stories and storytelling, yet developed and produced with global sensibilities for a worldwide market. The company's offerings encompass content development and production, programming sales, and distribution of Indian content with international appeal.

Pivotshare

Acquisition in 2018
Pivotshare Inc. is an online platform that facilitates the distribution of media for content creators and publishers. Established in 2010 and based in Irvine, California, the company focuses on providing an infrastructure that enables publishers of various sizes to engage with their audiences effectively. Its Publisher Console offers essential tools for managing content, analyzing performance, and executing business operations. Pivotshare allows users to create their own channels, upload videos, set pricing, and collaborate with others for marketing purposes, thereby enhancing exposure and revenue opportunities. As of August 2018, Pivotshare operates as a subsidiary of Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc.

Screen Media Ventures

Acquisition in 2017
Screen Media Ventures, LLC is a prominent independent motion picture distribution company based in New York City, founded in 1999. It specializes in acquiring and distributing films across various platforms, including U.S. and international theatrical releases, home video, broadcast television, cable networks, and digital media. The company has established one of the largest independently owned motion picture libraries, offering a diverse range of content, from feature films to compelling documentaries and foreign films. Screen Media Ventures is recognized as the largest independent supplier of motion pictures to U.S. broadcast markets, having launched numerous syndication packages to television stations. Additionally, it licenses programming to various cable networks and new media providers, positioning itself as a key player in the global motion picture distribution industry. As of November 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc.
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